Global Policy Forum

Adam O'Connor, B.A., University of Canberra

"The experience exceeded my expectations. I learnt a great deal and was part of an environment that is pretty special - hard to imagine before you experience it. A definite winner!"

Katarina Wahlberg, B.A., University of Stockholm

"My internship at GPF has been a great learning experience. Most exciting was helping with the organizing of, and speaking at, an international conference on global taxes!"

Rachel Fosua Sarpong, M.Sc. candidate, Aalborg University

"GPF has enabled me to understand the UN system, see the benefits of independent thinking and participation in a multi-cultural environment."

Aline Baillat, Diplôme d'Institut d'Etudes Politiques

"What is so exceptional about GPF is that interns gain insight into both the UN system and the NGO community."

Daniel Lambach, Diploma of Political Science candidate, Philipps-Universitaet

"Global Policy Forum is the best NGO in town. It has a great social environment, wonderful people and the possibility for fascinating and independent experience."

"GPF provides a dynamic internship experience which teaches you essential web skills as well as introducing the complex world of international affairs and diplomacy."

"Getting to know the ins and outs, dos and don'ts of the UN was an invaluable experience! A fun but an intellectually stimulating environment. Can you ask for anything better?"

"A lot more fascinating than I would have expected. It's a 'cutting-edge' experience!"

"Taking decisions yourself and an unforgettable cameraderie makes time fly. Damn near perfect!"

"The internship brought to life things I had only heard or read about before. Having met people working in fields that interest me, I now have a clearer idea of where I want to go and how to get there."

"At GPF, I felt a hundred percent involved, because I was able to focus on my own portfolio and was given a substantial share of responsibility. A professional and productive environment and, nevertheless, lots of fun with my colleages made this internship a great success."

"My internship at GPF was very valuable and enlightening. For the first time, I was able to explore my interests in a professional setting. I now have a much better understanding of the UN system, what career opportunities lie ahead and how to seize them."

"The internship at GPF was one of the most important experiences I have ever had. It was great to be part of an intelligent, effective and highly-motivated team, with a lot of personal responsibility. The office environment was really excellent."

"GPF really helped me focus more clearly on my career goals and my desire to work in an internationalist setting. The other people in the office came from such a variety of interests and backgrounds that I found myself constantly challenged and stimulated. Everyone had a lot of dedication, insight, and humour!"

"Interning with GPF has enabled me to understand how NGOs work at the UN. It gave me the opportunity to do research on UN reform, and the impact of budget reductions on UN programs."

"GPF has a terrific office environment and atmosphere...interning with GPF has been invaluable and has enabled me to understand the inner workings of the UN, especially the Security Council."

"I've really enjoyed my time at GPF and consider this internship one of my best....interning at GPF was an enlightening experience."